New opportunities, self-discovery, and personal growth come with the empty nest!

This heartwarming anthology brings together twenty-two diverse voices and experiences to support and inspire you as you step into a new chapter of life.

From the joyful to the bittersweet, our contributors share personal stories, poems, and reflections on embracing change, redefining relationships, and finding renewed purpose after the kids leave home. You'll discover topics such as:

1. Discovering who you are beyond the role of parent
2. Pursuing new passions and interests
3. Strengthening relationships with your spouse or friends
4. Deepening your spiritual growth and faith in God
5. Establishing new routines and traditions
6. Exploring career changes and professional development
7. Handling the emotions of loneliness and letting go
8. Navigating communication with adult children
9. Celebrating newfound freedom and taking solo adventures
10. Laughing at the quirks and funny experiences of empty nesting

Whether you're grappling with the quiet of an empty house, figuring out what to do with your children's old rooms, or adjusting to kids who come back to visit or stay, This Reimagined Empty Nest is more than a collection of stories. It's a source of encouragement, a testament to resilience, and a celebration of the beautiful possibilities that lie ahead.

Contributors:

Beth Barron, Kim Cusimano, Jenn Dafoe-Turner, Deb DeArmond, Sue Donaldson, Ruthie Gray, Robin Grunder, Linda Hanstra, Kolleen Lucariello, Suzy Mighell, Maureen Miller, Kelly Wilson Mize, Michele Morin, Robyn Mulder, Michelle Rayburn, Lyneta Smith, Sharon Sunkle, Pam Whitley Taylor, Mel Tavares, Lori Vober, Kim Wilbanks, Lisa-Anne Wooldridge